Synonyms of starting
1
as in to begin
to come into existence
the fight started when one child tripped the other
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2
as in to commence
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
we'll be ready to start the concert in a moment
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3
as in to establish
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
started the impressionist movement in art
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4
as in to activate
to cause to function
trying to start the car on a frigid morning
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6
as in to protrude
to extend outward beyond a usual point
frightened horses with starting eyes
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as in commencement
the point at which something begins
knew from the start of the game that he would win easily
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1
as in jumping
to move suddenly and sharply (as in surprise)
I started from my chair when I heard the sudden scream
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2
as in establishing
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
started the impressionist movement in art
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3
as in activating
to cause to function
trying to start the car on a frigid morning
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4
as in commencing
to come into existence
the fight started when one child tripped the other
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5
as in protruding
to extend outward beyond a usual point
frightened horses with starting eyes
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6
as in launching
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
we'll be ready to start the concert in a moment
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Recent Examples of starting
Janis Carr, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Starting lineup Kings coach Doug Christie will have to make a change to his starting lineup given Murray’s absence at the power forward position.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
The Detroit Pistons are quickly settling on their rotations before the NBA season starts.
—Christian Romo, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Closing the gap between race car and road car has defined automotive advancement from the very start, and motorsport’s Formula 1 series has been the ultimate feeder of trickle-down technology to top-tier production models.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
And right now, Walmart’s clearance section is overflowing with lightweight, layerable quilts and blankets at steep discounts, with prices starting at just $8.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
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Verb
The starting lineup for Friday’s game at Golden State will be different.
—Janis Carr, Oc Register, 16 Oct. 2025
Starting lineup Kings coach Doug Christie will have to make a change to his starting lineup given Murray’s absence at the power forward position.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Noun
Some of fashion’s most lasting ideas start with an accident.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
The Detroit Pistons are quickly settling on their rotations before the NBA season starts.
—Christian Romo, Freep.com, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Ravens and Harbaugh could decide both parties need a fresh start before 2026.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Closing the gap between race car and road car has defined automotive advancement from the very start, and motorsport’s Formula 1 series has been the ultimate feeder of trickle-down technology to top-tier production models.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Championship implications loomed large, with Piastri starting sixth and struggling to make progress.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
And right now, Walmart’s clearance section is overflowing with lightweight, layerable quilts and blankets at steep discounts, with prices starting at just $8.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for starting
Noun
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After drawing 1-1 with Manchester United at the beginning of the month, dropping points for the first time in the Women’s Super League (WSL) this season, Chelsea needed a penalty to equalise and finish with the same result away against FC Twente of the Vrouwen Eredivisie.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Less than a month later, Skaggs died alone in a hotel room in Southlake, Texas, at the beginning of an Angels road trip of what was later determined to be a lethal combination of fentanyl, oxycodone and alcohol.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Anyone who loses will receive five bonus bets that add up to the initial stake.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Oct. 2025
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Calderhead focuses on the British tactic, enacted two days after the initial attack, of moving their fleet into Flushing Bay to anchor for the night.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
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Kansas City Chiefs player Harrison Butker spoke at a college commencement in 2024 and told the women that they have been told lies about their futures and probably were more excited about being wives and mothers than taking on careers.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Help not wanted A graduating student of the City College of New York wears a message on his cap during the College's commencement ceremony in the Harlem section of Manhattan.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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On the opening day of the tournament, organizers suspended play because of extreme heat, stopping matches on outside courts and closing the roof on the main show court.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Le Goy, who earlier this year was promoted to the Sony Pictures TV chief post, will participate in a fireside chat on the opening day of the TV conference and market.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Sep. 2025
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Since the category’s inception, the tribute has been awarded to projects including Moonlight, The Hurt Locker, Babel, Winter’s Bone, The Favourite, The Trial of the Chicago 7, Fire Island, and most recently, The Piano Lesson, among others.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
16 Oct. 2025
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Chinese contemporary artist Lang brought Hirono to life in 2021 and has released nine series and plenty of non-series characters and collaborations since its inception.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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After drawing 1-1 with Manchester United at the beginning of the month, dropping points for the first time in the Women’s Super League (WSL) this season, Chelsea needed a penalty to equalise and finish with the same result away against FC Twente of the Vrouwen Eredivisie.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Friday’s press conference before Game 1 of the finals marked Engelbert’s first public comments since her stewardship came under fire from some of the league’s biggest stars earlier this week.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
Noun
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But there is growing anticipation inside and outside the club that the coming weeks could mark the onset of historic change at the Santiago Bernabeu.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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To learn more about early-onset colorectal cancer, listen to the full episode here.—
Andrea Kane,
CNN Money,
16 Oct. 2025
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The launch is above the first film, as well as Weapons, and more than 3x Smile 2 and Sinners.—
Nancy Tartaglione,
Deadline,
19 Oct. 2025
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Along with the launch, Aniston is helping Pvolve kick off the nationwide Strong for Fall Challenge, a three-week commitment to complete 10 strength-building workouts, and, for every challenge completed, Pvolve will donate $1 to Women in Medicine.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Starting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starting. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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